Achillea lingulata

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Ptarmica lingulata var. calva
• Ptarmica lingulata
• Achillea lingulata var. vulgaris
• Achillea buglossis
• Achillea lingulata var. buglossis
• Achillea lingulata var. acutifolia

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asteraceae and is categorized under the genus Achillea.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical range across various regions of the continent. In Middle Europe, its presence is notably documented within Germany. Moving toward the southern regions, it is widely distributed throughout Southeastern Europe. Specifically, it can be found growing in the landscapes of Albania and Bulgaria. Additionally, its habitat extends further south and east to include Greece and Romania.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Achillea linguolata is characterized by its preference for specific topographical and vegetative environments, primarily occurring within forest ecosystems and mountainous regions. Within these habitats, the species thrives in the complex microclimates provided by montane landscapes, where it often occupies transitional zones between dense woodland and open mountain clearings. Its presence in forest settings suggests an adaptation to varying levels of light availability and soil moisture typical of understory or edge environments, while its occurrence in mountains indicates a tolerance for the cooler temperatures and potentially steeper gradients associated with higher elevations. This distribution pattern suggests that the plant plays a role in the structural diversity of mountain forest communities, relying on the specific soil compositions and climatic stability found in these high-altitude wooded zones.

Habitat :

forest, mountains

Life history

The life history of Achillea linguata is characterized by its status as a perennial species, allowing it to persist through multiple growing seasons. Structurally, the plant follows a hemicryptophyte life form, meaning its perennating buds are located at the soil surface, protected by leaf litter or minimal organic matter during unfavorable conditions. This specific growth strategy, categorized under both hemi-cryptophytic classifications, ensures the plant's ability to survive seasonal changes and re-emerge to complete its reproductive cycle annually.

Life form :

hemicryptophyte

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Achillea linguata is characterized by a herbaceous growth form that is distinctly non-woody in structure. This plant typically occupies a range of habitats, functioning as an aquatic, semiaquatic, or terrestrial species depending on environmental conditions. In terms of physical stature, it is a relatively low-growing herb, with a plant height that ranges from a minimum of 0.2 meters to a maximum of 1 meter.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Growth form :

herb

Plant height max:

1 m

Plant height min:

0.2 m

Woodiness :

non-woody

Reproduction

The reproduction of Achillea linguata is characterized by a specific seasonal flowering cycle that facilitates its pollination and seed production. The plant begins its flowering period in June, marking the onset of its reproductive phase. This blooming stage continues steadily through the summer months until the flowering period concludes in August. This defined window of activity is essential for the plant's life cycle, ensuring that it utilizes the peak seasonal conditions to complete its reproductive processes.

Flowering time :

Jun

Flowering time :

Aug

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Achillea lingulata has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include morin, naringenin, p-Hydroxybenzoic, rosmarinic acid, salicylic.

morin

1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

naringenin

1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

p-Hydroxybenzoic

1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

rosmarinic acid

1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

salicylic

1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Activities

Achillea lingulata has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.

Antimicrobial

1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Antioxidant

1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)